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Pakistani chip-shop owner George Khan - 'Genghis' to his kids - is determined to give his children a strict Muslim upbringing against the unforgiving backdrop of 1970s Salford. Household tension reaches breaking point as their long-suffering English mother, Ella, gets caught in the cross fire - her loyalties divided between her marriage and the free will of her children.

Starring multi award-winning stage and screen star Jane Horrocks as Ella and East is East playwright Ayub Khan Din in this modern comedy classic about growing up in multiracial England.... Read more >>

East is East Overview

Pakistani chip-shop owner George Khan - 'Genghis' to his kids - is determined to give his children a strict Muslim upbringing against the unforgiving backdrop of 1970s Salford. Household tension reaches breaking point as their long-suffering English mother, Ella, gets caught in the cross fire - her loyalties divided between her marriage and the free will of her children.

Starring multi award-winning stage and screen star Jane Horrocks as Ella and East is East playwright Ayub Khan Din in this modern comedy classic about growing up in multiracial England.

East is East Access

Booking Information

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visitors for a new experience and to help them become familiar with new
surroundings and what to expect. Click here to download it

Access Performances

To get the access
discount for these shows you must join the ATG Access Membership Scheme; call
0844 8717677, email trafalgarbox@theambassadors.com
or visit the box office in person

Access Performances

Audio DescriptionNone scheduled

Sign Language InterpretedNone scheduled

CaptionedNone scheduled

SUR TitlesNone scheduled

Relaxed PerformancesNone scheduled

Venue Access Information

Trafalgar Studios 1 & 2 are accessible for Wheelchair Users. The main entrance to the theatre is on Whitehall. The Foyer, Foyer Bar and Box Office are on street level.

For Studio 1 you can enter the foyer step free, take the lift to the lower level then a stair lift brings you to the front of the auditorium. The Wheelchair Spaces are in the front row and are clear view.

For Studio 2 access is step free into the foyer, take the lift to the lower level then there is level access into the auditorium. The Wheelchair space is again in the front row & clear view.

If Wheelchair Patrons would rather transfer into a seat then the wheelchair can be stored during the performance and brought back to you at the end of the show.

The infrared hearing loops now work in Rows B-G in Studio 1 (best reception in more central seats); in Studio 2 best reception is in A5-8, B6-9 C7-10 or D7-8. Devices are at the Box Office, £10 deposit is required. There are two devices available: Induction Loop Necklace Suitable for persons wearing a hearing aid, the induction loop necklace is worn around the neck. Whilst wearing the necklace switch your hearing aid to the 'T' setting and the sound is amplified. The necklace has an adjustable volume control. Headset This device amplifies sound through earpieces similar to regular headphones. Suitable for persons without a hearing aid.

Guide Dogs are permitted in the auditorium or can be looked after by staff during the show.

The disabled toilet is on the lower level in the Studio Bar and can be reached by Wheelchair Users from the foyer and from both auditoriums.

Traf Extras

East is East Traf Extras

What: Stories Unplugged: Open Mic NightDate: 28 NovTime: Post show, for approximately 30 minutesWhere: Trafalgar StudiosTicket Price: Free with any ticket to the evening performance of East is East on 28 NovemberHow to Book: Simply book your tickets to East is East for the 7.30pm performance on 28 November, and join us for this very special event after that night’s performance of East is East!

Join British comedians and actors Meera Syal and Sanjeev Bhaskar (both of Meet the Kumars at No.42 and Goodness Gracious Me fame) and others soon to be announced, for our very special open mic TrafExtra Event - Stories Unplugged.

Hear some of Britain's most renowned comedians, lyricists and storytellers share their personal stories in the intimate Trafalgar Studios as we celebrate aspects of individuality, community and history, and how they shape our identity.

We want your stories too! This is an open mic night where all are welcome to partake. You can sit back, listen and enjoy, or if you've got a story you'd like to tell, please bring it along and prepare to share!

Please note: East is East is approximately 2 hours including interval.

Stage Door / Admin:* 0207 321 5400 *please note it is not possible to assistwith bookings on this number

Security

ATG continues to make the safety and security of its customers and staff a priority. As such, please bear in mind that we may undertake bag checks, so recommend you leave extra time to avoid queues, and refrain from bringing suitcases rucksacks and large bags into the Theatre. Many thanks for your cooperation.